JIHYUN KIM

Cluster Crafts Exhibitor | Young Talent Spotlight | 2024

 
 

FINGERNAIL FUNGHI

 

Jihyun Kim, a ceramic designer from South Korea, melds tradition with enchantment in her craft. Holding a Master of Arts in Ceramics and Glass from the Royal College of Art, her work is internationally recognized, and showcased at esteemed events like Collect, Milan Design Week, and the British Ceramic Biennale. 

Currently, she is based in Cockpit Studios located in East London.

SALTY FAIRY RING

 
 

FINGERNAIL FUNGHI

 

SALTY FAIRY GNOME

 
 
 

Jihyun's artistic series is a testament to her deeply rooted cultural heritage and her fascination with the mystical properties of the natural world.

Jihyun delves into the intersection of sculptural form and functional design in her ceramic creations. Her artistic pursuits involve a continuous exploration of the aesthetic and organic forms found in nature, which often feature magical and mystical narratives, including that of fungi.

SALTY FAIRY RING

 

SALTY FAIRY GNOME

FINGERNAIL FUNGHI

 

Jihyun’s work showcases her keen attention to detail, her ability to seamlessly meld artistic form with practical function, and her knack for incorporating fantastical elements into her designs. By integrating sculptural elements into everyday objects, Jihyun hopes to invite her audience to encounter the magical borderline in their everyday lives, encouraging them to explore the mystical elements that exist all around us. Her skillful blending of tradition and imagination, coupled with her exceptional artistry, has produced a body of work that is as captivating as it is inspiring.

 
 

IN THE STUDIO

 

JIHYUN KIM